Magma EB2R user manual Software Installation Optional, for ExpressCard, RedHat 9 Linux Start Up

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RedHat 9 Linux Start Up

Similarly, RedHat9 OS computers will boot up without any visible indicators that the Expansion System is connected. Proceed to: Chapter 3 Verify Installation.

Software Installation (Optional, for ExpressCard):

A driver is NOT required for Windows Vista, but may be required for a Windows XP installation. You should first install your 3rd Party card and connect the system as described in Chapter 2. Only if you are having problems accessing the expansion system under Windows XP should you install the Magma ExpressCard drivers.

Before attempting to install anything on a Windows XP system, you should ensure that you have set a new Restore Point. See your Windows XP manual to learn how to set a new Restore Point. You should ensure that all data files are closed and that you have a current backup.

STOP

Before installing drivers, you should ensure that you have a current system backup of all of your important data.

Failure to follow these instructions exactly could result in a system lock-up and potential loss of data.

Be alert Be careful Be protected

You must also disable your anti-virus software before continuing.

For best success when installing the Magma driver:

ƒHave a current system backup or restore point

ƒReboot and Shut down each time you are prompted

ƒBe logged in as ‘System Administrator’

ƒFollow the installation instructions provided in this guide

Install Driver

1Download driver from Magma website at http://www.magma.com/support/drivers/index.html

2Click on the Open button to create a C:\ExpressBox folder on your computer.

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Contents Model EB2 Model EB2R Copyright 2008 Mission Technology Group, Inc. DBA Magma Table of Contents Appendix B Compliance Preface AdvisoriesSafetyInstructions WhenWorkingInsideaComputerProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic Discharge ESD WarningRack-Mount Instructions General Specifications IntroductionPartsList Pre-InstallationInformationToolsRequiredforInstallation Hardware Installation StopInstall PCIExpressHostCard Before you BeginG M a Stop Attach Powerand Expansion Cables Laptop Installation optional TDP side to Laptop IPass side to EB2 ChassisG M a G M a RechecktheInstallation ApplyingPowerCorrectly Starting UpSoftware Installation Optional, for ExpressCard RedHat 9 Linux Start UpG M a G M a Add Screws to Rack Post RackInstallationsfortheEB2RmodelShutting Down Attach Slide Rail to Rack Attach Chassis to Slide Rail Verify Installation WindowsMacOSX Expansion Slot UtilityApple System Profiler Mac OS RedHat9Linux G M a Install Cards and Drives RemovePCIeExpansion ChassisCoverInstall 3rd PartyPCIe Cards G M a Installing Double-Wide PCIe Video Cards Install Hard Drives G M a System Should Be Upand Running FinishingTouchesHot-SwappablePCIeCardInstallations Procedure for hot-un-plugging a PCIe plug in card SlotOn the OK button to close the new dialog LED should start flashing again PCIeExpansion SolutionswiththeEB2 Digi Design Pro ToolsVideo Card expansion solutions Tested Video Card SM2.0 Benchmark High Throughput storage solutions Test type Throughput MByte/sec Troubleshooting LocatetheProblemMy Computer Can’t Find the PCIe Expansion System MAC When Nothing Works My Computer Hangs During Power Up My PCIe Card Doesn’t Work MAC Windows Error Codes Support for 3rd Party PCIe CardsError Code System Fans Don’t Appear To Spin Fast Enough G M a Contacting Technical Support How to Get More HelpFrequentlyAskedQuestionsFAQ Magma Debug Utility PCIScope Software Utility G M a ReturningMerchandisetoMAGMA Magma Returns DEPT. RMA #Multiple PCIe Expansion System Configurations Appendix a Need More PCIe Slots?G M a Fan-Out Verify your configuration Daisy-Chaining Combination Configurations PCI e Card Conflicts Power-On Sequence forAdvanced ConfigurationsTroubleshooting AdvancedConfigurations G M a Finding the Problem Card MAC and LinuxAppendix B Compliance IndustryCanadaManual P/N 09-09947-01-A